International media reports that The Idol has gained immense online attention and holds the top spot for viewership on HBO, largely thanks toBlackPink’s Jennie.
According to Western media, Jennie is “redefining the K-pop scene” following her controversial performance in The Idol. Despite the criticism in Korea, many international outlets believe that this role showcases Jennie’s versatility, marking her as a “truly transformative figure in the entertainment industry.”
On its release day, The Idol attracted 913,000 online viewers. The popularity of BlackPink immediately propelled it to the top of the online TV show rankings in terms of interaction, surpassing other major platforms.
Statistics show that The Idol garnered the highest level of interest and discussion on the internet, surpassing renowned shows and series like Succession, The Croods: Family Tree, and Gotham Knight.
The series gained audience attention due to Jennie’s attention-grabbing dance performance at the beginning. The dance clip alone, deemed controversial, attracted 4.9 million views, not counting the separate cut videos.
According to Mashable, Jennie has faced criticism from conservative factions in Korea, expressing disappointment solely based on her role in the series. However, controversial or not, the publication believes that Jennie will become even more famous after the series.
According to Wikitree, Jennie’s management company did not intervene in her acting role, which led to more criticism aimed at the idol. However, for some, this is simply a fictional role portrayed by Jennie and does not reflect her true self as a singer. The fact that some viewers are crossing the line by insulting her dignity and demeaning the female artist is going too far.
Source: k14
